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UWM architecture alum wins awards, builds bridges for Black architects

By Dan SimmonsFebruary 2, 2026Arts & HumanitiesArchitecture
Richie Hands looks out the window at high rises in Chicago's downtown.

UWM architecture alum Richie Hands is winning major awards for his work in the field, and he’s passing on what he knows to the next generation.

UWM researcher studies zebrafish to better understand brain development

By Ashley AbramsonJanuary 26, 2026Health
PhD student Gabby Voit smiling and sitting in front of lab equipment

UWM PhD student Gabby Voit is leading research in the Gutzman Lab, where researchers study zebrafish to better understand brain function in humans.

Children’s book illustrator refines their craft at UWM

By Kelly Aiglon January 20, 2026Arts & Humanities
Pavonis Giron sitting in their studio and leaning against a table

Author and artist Pavonis Giron received a three-book publishing deal while studying studio art at UW-Milwaukee.

UWM professor uses sport psychology research to solve real-world problems

By James Carlton January 12, 2026Health
Barbara Meyer talks with an athlete in the gymnasium.

Barbara Meyer sees performance in everything. A sports psychologist, she uses her expertise to help athletes, first responders and students do well in high-pressure situations.

UWM Japanese language professor uses translation course to teach valuable career skills

By Kaitlin StainbrookJanuary 6, 2026Arts & HumanitiesHumanities
The image shows three students watching video on computer screens as UWM Associate Professor Aragorn Quinn provides coaching. Quinn's hands are raised and you can see him speaking.

UWM Associate Professor Aragorn Quinn’s translation course builds language skills while teaching students real-world collaboration.

Biomedical engineering student is crafting new tech to improve health care

By Ashley Abramson December 18, 2025Science & TechnologyEngineering
Biomedical engineering student Greta Boehm works on a medical device in UWM's engineering Makerspace

UW-Milwaukee engineering major Greta Boehm is designing new devices to solve problems in medicine.

UWM professor is fighting superbugs in Milwaukee and around the world

By Anna Funk December 12, 2025Health
Biomedical sciences professor Troy Skwor works with a student researcher in his lab.

Biomedical sciences professor Troy Skwor studies drug-resistant bacteria. His work highlights his goal to improve public health across the globe.

UWM professor uses tech to tackle shoulder pain in wheelchair users

By Tree Meinch December 2, 2025Health
Mechanical engineering professor Brooke Slavens walks alongside a child wheelchair user.

Brooke Slavens is an expert in human movement and rehabilitation. Her latest research could help manual wheelchair users suffering from shoulder pain.

UWM instructor’s Nonprof-IT brings alumni support full circle

By Rachel MaidlNovember 24, 2025Science & TechnologyComputer Science & Technology
Adam Hudson sits in a computer lab

Adam Hudson, a lecturer in UWM’s School of Information Studies, founded Nonprof-IT, an internship program that connects students with local nonprofits.

UWM grad student inspires others through his unique experiences

By James CarltonNovember 21, 2025Science & TechnologyEngineering
UWM mechanical engineering grad student Telemachos Agoudemos teaches a class of undergrad engineering students.

Telemachos Agoudemos walked a long road to pursue higher education. Now the UWM grad student is drawing on his academic journey to guide his own students.

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